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- Historic Document · May 29, 2012Keynote Address at Seneca Falls
question of equality, for we feel that the weight of argument lies wholly with us, but we wish the question of equality kept distinct from the question of rights … great a question as “free soil”? But are you not already sufficiently represented by your Fathers, Husbands, Brothers and Sons. Let your statute books answer the question. We have
- Historic Document · May 29, 2012Report No. 12 of the Massachusetts School Board
schoolroom, spread itself abroad, and mingle with all questions of external organization and arrangement? Why should not political hostility cause the dismemberment of districts, already too small; or, what would … instruction in the great essentials of political knowledge, — in those elementary ideas without which they will never be able to investigate more recondite and debatable questions; — thus, will the only
- Historic Document · May 29, 2012Democracy in America, Volume II, Part A
evil which they know to be inevitable. We have shown the petty side of political debates in democratic assemblies — let us now exhibit the more imposing one. The proceedings within … general truths derived from human nature to resolve the particular question under discussion. Hence the political debates of a democratic people, however small it may be, have a degree
- Historic Document · May 29, 2012Democracy in America, Volume I, Part B
cannot cede its privileges without ceasing to be an aristocracy. In the United States political questions cannot be taken up in so general and absolute a manner, and all parties … South. The question of slavery was a question of commerce and manufacture for the slave-owners in the North; for those of the South, it is a question of life
- Historic Document · May 29, 2012Democracy in America, Volume 1, Part A
brought into the political arena independently of his own will. He only judges the law because he is obliged to judge a case. The political question which he is called … Political Jurisdiction in the United States Definition of political jurisdiction — What is understood by political jurisdiction in France, in England, and in the United States — In America the political judge
- Historic Document · May 29, 2012Proclamation Regarding Nullification
ever, equaled in the history of nations; to preserve this bond of our political existence from destruction, to maintain inviolate this state of national honor and prosperity, and to justify … question was passed under a power expressly given by the Constitution, to lay and collect imposts, but its constitutionality is drawn in question from the motives of those who passed
- Historic Document · May 29, 2012Second Reply to Hayne
imitate this prudence, and, before we float farther on the waves of this debate, refer to the point from which we departed, that we may at least be able … whether past or present, — every thing, general or local, whether belonging to national politics or party politics, — seems to have attracted more or less of the honorable member’s attention
- Historic Document · May 29, 2012McCulloch v. Maryland
discussed; and an opinion given, which may essentially influence the great operations of the government. No tribunal can approach such a question without a deep sense of its importance … made under the impression that, were the question entirely new, the law would be found irreconcilable with the constitution. In discussing this question, the counsel for the State of Maryland
- Opinion · May 11, 2012‘Money Primary’ Pushes Obama to the Left
running in the Democratic primary. I know that seems odd given that he’s essentially running unopposed. Though don’t tell that to West Virginia Democrats, who cast nearly half … press corps. There were enough GOP debates alone to program a new cable network. Meanwhile, Obama was politically sidelined. Sure, he got attention; presidents always do. But the rank
- Opinion · Mar 27, 2012Obama’s Biggest Lies
percent can be subject to economic whims beyond anyone’s control, there is no question that, in 2009, the president said it would provide the nation with “shovel-ready projects … Ayers hosted a gathering at his house to help promote Mr. Obama’s initial political campaign for the Illinois Senate. Also at that meeting was Ayers’ wife, Bernardine Dohrn
- Alexander's Column · Mar 22, 2012Women Will Elect the Next President
will draw female voters back to the right side of the political ledger?” That question is critical both because in every presidential election since 1964 more women have voted than … will win our passion, persuasion and political power! Speak from the heart to the heart -- and tell your political handlers to take a hike. We are looking for truth, purpose
- Alexander's Column · Jan 19, 2012Some Rich Republicans Don’t Get It
brief debate with a friend, who is a successful venture capitalist. Our debate was about the obligations associated with free enterprise capitalism. After all, history records that Liberty inevitably devolves … class warfare politics . He acted as if the mere mention of such obligations was tantamount to supporting Democratic Socialism . Of course, he knew better than to question my life-long
- Opinion · Jan 18, 2012Misguided Efforts Gave Us the Pretense of ‘Independent’ Campaign Spending
candidates, have always been free to spend as much of their own money on political ads as they please. More plausibly, critics worry that super PACs encourage reckless mudslinging because … campaigns then take responsibility for their own words”? A good question. Critics of super PACs argue that they pose essentially the same risk of corruption as unlimited campaign contributions would
- Alexander's Column · Oct 27, 2011The Patriot’s 2012 GOP Candidate Ratings
propositions will be rejected and free enterprise restored. The critical question for conservatives is, who best to lead that debate? In the interest of restoring free enterprise and our national … genuine; energetic; good debater; strong grassroots appeal. Santorum has a very high “trust factor” and has done a good job of standing his ground in debates. Cons: Not ready
- Opinion · Oct 20, 2011A Republic, Guaranteed
state.” What funds are “sufficient” and what public services are “essential for a state” are perennial questions of political debate, unsuited to judicial resolution. So what has the Guarantee Clause
- Opinion · Sep 29, 2011Get Serious!
essentials. Romney and Perry need to adopt the old standard of “keeping it simple, stupid.” The public has neither the time nor the will to wrestle with complex political propositions … political life. Newt doesn’t waste his time prattling about literature. He doesn’t direct you to some pages in some book. Instead, he answers questions directly and without waffling
- Alexander's Column · Sep 15, 2011The Oath Accountability Civil Action
central government is funded by The Essential Liberty Project and promoted by The Patriot Post . We are seeking to answer the question of whether “We, the People,” have legal standing … despotic branch. ... On every question of construction carry ourselves back to the time when the Constitution was adopted, recollect the spirit manifested in the debates and instead of trying what
- Opinion · Sep 9, 2011Leftist Media Outdid Themselves in GOP Debate
questions at the debate participants. Debate moderators have no business injecting themselves into the debate or editorializing on the fly as these two did, to their disgrace. They have … against the others or in favor of their political dreamboat, Barack Obama. It wasn’t just one or two inappropriately framed questions; it was a continuous barrage, punctuated with patronizing
- Alexander's Column · Sep 1, 2011The Essential Question in Any Political Debate
Image The most vital debate of the 2012 political cycle, indeed the essential question in any political debate, is one that you will not hear in public discourse unless … representatives is that they insist upon establishing the Essential Liberty and Rule of Law precedents as prerequisites for any political policy debate. Our Constitution , as written and ratified, stipulates
- Alexander's Column · Aug 25, 2011Ballots or Bullets?
both the engine and the drive train of our nation’s economy. But if Essential Liberty and Rule of Law as enshrined in our Constitution are to survive, then free … leaders’ utterly inadequate response to it -- will serve as fodder for much of the political debate ahead of the 2012 election. Indeed, the future of Liberty depends on the successful